Nick Williams

Managing Consultant

Following a long
career with Barclays Bank PLC encompassing senior management and with a
particular interest in developing new businesses, Nick joined Franchise
Development Services (now Ashtons Franchise Consulting - AFC) in 2001 in a consulting capacity. In his time there he covered most of the European International Franchise Exhibitions and of course those in the USA; gaining a good understanding of International Franchising and Master Franchise development.

Today he leads
the Ashtons Franchise Consulting team. Nick works with PLCs, successful private
companies, partnerships and sole traders. He is an Affiliate of the British
Franchise Association (bfa) speaking on the benefits of franchising at bfa
events, the major banks and also for AFC.

Still a keen squash player, though not very competent nowadays!
Recognised as a purveyor of ‘dad jokes’ around the office! Enjoys socialising
and more importantly the relationship with clients.